Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

2016 Summer Internship Programs

Compiled by the Office of the Democratic Leader

SENATOR JAY COSTA February 2016

43RD DISTRICT

COMMITTEES

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SENATE BOX 203043 HARRISBURG, PA 17120-3043 717-787-7683 FAX: 717-783-5976

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Senate of Pennsylvania February 2016

Dear Friend: One of the most meaningful and rewarding ways to learn about jobs in state government is through an internship in one of Pennsylvania’s government agencies. A myriad of opportunities exist for students and others to gain insight and understand how state government works for Pennsylvania. In the following pages you will find information on available internships. Our staff has compiled a list of opportunities, background and contact information. This material will help those who are interested in applying for the positions. We have done our best to insure the accuracy of the information concerning potential internship opportunities. However, keep in mind that agencies handle the processing of applications through their own personnel offices and their procedures may differ. Therefore, some agencies who indicated that internships may be available are unable to actually offer positions. In addition, in large multi-office agencies one location may be unaware of opportunities in other offices. Another important point to remember is that there are application deadlines so it is important to review the information as soon as possible. Also, please understand that there is no guarantee that any applicant will be approved for an internship. Each agency will make a decision on hiring an intern(s) based on their own selection criteria. Please utilize the contact number provided for each agency to learn more about the internship selection process and the status of an application. Please take a moment to review the material. I am hopeful that it will be helpful to you in finding the right internship opportunity.

Sincerely,

Jay Costa State Senator

TABLE OF CONTENTS Aging...............................................................................................................................1 Agriculture.......................................................................................................................3 Attorney General.............................................................................................................3 Auditor General...............................................................................................................3 Community & Economic Development...........................................................................3 Conservation & Natural Resources.................................................................................7 Corrections ...................................................................................................................22 Education......................................................................................................................22 Emergency Management..............................................................................................22 Environmental Protection .............................................................................................22 Game Commission .......................................................................................................23 General Services...........................................................................................................23 Health ...........................................................................................................................24 Historical & Museum Commission................................................................................25 Housing Finance Agency..............................................................................................29 Human Relations Commission .....................................................................................29 Human Services............................................................................................................29 Inspector General .........................................................................................................30 Liquor Control Board ....................................................................................................30 Military and Veterans Affairs .........................................................................................31 PennDOT ......................................................................................................................31 PHEAA ..........................................................................................................................31 Probation & Parole Board .............................................................................................32 PSERS ..........................................................................................................................65 Public Utility Commission.............................................................................................65 Revenue........................................................................................................................65 SERS.............................................................................................................................66 State, Department of ....................................................................................................67 State Police...................................................................................................................67 Turnpike Commission ..........................................................................................68

Students are encouraged to apply for Government Service Intern positions through the Bureau of State Employment at: http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/home/4635

■ AGING Opportunities: The Department of Aging does offer internship opportunities. A general program summary is attached. Interns in the past have been able to receive credit. It depends on their school’s guidelines but generally as long as they have specific training goals for the program and a certain number of hours, credit is provided by the institution. Deadline: ASAP How to Apply: For more information or to apply, contact: Evelyn L. Chianelli, Special Assistant Pennsylvania Department of Aging, Executive Office 555 Walnut St. • Forum Place • 5th Floor • Harrisburg PA 17101 Phone: 717-525-5086 Email: [email protected]

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Internship Opportunity, O Offfice of the Secretary, PA Department of Aging Statement of Purpose: • To gain an understandingg off the Department off Aging, how PDA interacts with other state agencies, the Pennsylvania P General Assembly, state and national organizations and associaations, and its impact on the older residents of Pennsylvania. Statement of Experiences: • Exposure to the operations off state government, especially the Department of Aging, by working as a team member in the Office off the Secretary. Specific tasks will include: • Attend departmental hearings • Review annual reports off various departmental bureaus • Assist in the review and editing off materials for the Secretary and other members off the Executive staff • Answer phone and email inquiries to the Offffice off the Secretary • Assist in the preparation off mailings and outreach efforts • Attend meetings with partner organizations and associations • Attend departmental conferences • Meet with bureau directors and staff • Assist in preparing a departmental annual report Outcomes will include: • Understanding off the operations off the Pennsylvania Department off Aging • Understanding off the Pennsylvania General Assembly • Work as a team member off the Offiice off the Secretary • Learn to prioritize tasks and manage a daily work schedule • Ability to research inquiries from the Secretary and other members off the Executive staff • Development off work skills in a professional offfice setting Supervision and Monitoring: • Team meetings • Scheduling meetings • Mid-semester evaluation • Final evaluation • Final class project report Location and Hours: • 555 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101 • 8:30am—5:00pm Monday through Friday • Internship is unpaid

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■ AGRICULTURE Opportunities: Summer interns are on an as-needed basis. Potential opportunities include engineering, scientific, and technical interns with the Bureau of Food Safety, and lab assistants/forest inspect pest aids at the Bureau of Plant Industry. How to Apply: Check with our website at www.agriculture.pa.gov for available openings.

■ ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICE Opportunities: The Office of Attorney General accepts undergraduate and graduate internships within our Executive Office (i.e. Press Office, Government Affairs Unit, Education and Outreach Unit, Department of Veterans and Military Affairs). We only accept law school students for internships within our three legal divisions (i.e. Criminal, Civil, and Public Protection). How to Apply: Interns can apply at this website: https://employment.attorneygeneral.gov

■ AUDITOR GENERAL’S OFFICE Opportunities: The Pennsylvania Department of the Auditor General is the chief fiscal watchdog of the commonwealth. It is responsible for using audits to ensure that all state money is spent legally and properly. The Department of the Auditor General offers internships, with the possibility of college credits, in a variety of areas, including auditing, IT audits, legal, communications, and legislative affairs. Our office is located across the street from the state capitol in Harrisburg. How to Apply: Please contact Marty Rowan, Deputy Auditor General, at 717-787-3192 or [email protected].

■ COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Opportunities: DCED uses four classifications of Interns – Government Service Interns (GSI), Engineering, Scientific and Technical Interns (ESTI), Information Technology (IT) and Legal. How to Apply: http://www.newpa.com/start-here/resources/about-us/dced-jobopportunities/internship-opportunities

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DCED-ADMIN-002 (03-14)

APPLICATION FOR THE DCED INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

DCED INTERNSHIP APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

An electronic version of the Internship Application is available through DCED’s website at newPA.com. The application is in a fillable PDF format. Save and email the form to: [email protected] (DCED and PennDOT share Human Resources services.) Please type your name in the signature block if you are unable to scan the application. If you are not able to save and email the form: print a copy of the completed electronic form, sign and date the hard copy and send to the address listed below. Be sure to sign before sending. To send via U.S. mail, please type or print in black or blue ink — no pencil. Complete all portions of this form, including signature and date.

Incomplete forms will be returned to the applicant. Resumes are not considered a substitute for COMPLETE ANSWERS. If additional space is needed to adequately answer any questions, please use white paper the same size as the form and mark each additional page with your name and social security number. GENERAL INFORMATION (Items 1 through 9) Complete blocks as directed.

EDUCATION/SKILLS (Items 10 through 15) List all college and other formal education/training including dates attended, years completed, type of degree and year of degree. EMPLOYMENT (Item 16) Complete as directed or attach a resume with your name and social security number clearly marked. MISCELLANEOUS (Items 17 through 18) Complete blocks as directed. If the answer to any of these questions is “yes,” please provide details on a separate sheet of paper.

* BE SURE TO SIGN THE APPLICATION * If mailing your application, mail to: PennDOT/DCED Internship Coordinator Bureau of Human Resources P.O. Box 3789 Harrisburg, PA 17120

What happens to my application once it is submitted? The information is entered into our Computer Referral System to await a suitable vacancy for which you may be referred. How long is my application kept on file? Your application will be maintained on file for a period of ONE YEAR. At the end of that time, it will automatically become inactive. It will be necessary to submit an updated Internship Application at that time. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Promoting Workforce Diversity.

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DCED-ADMIN-002 (03-14)

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION DEPUTATE

APPLICATION FOR THE  DCED INTERNSHIP PROGRAM GENERAL INFORMATION

1. LAST NAME

2. FIRST NAME

MI

4. STUDENT’S COLLEGE ADDRESS (NUMBER, STREET & APT. NO.) 5. CITY

3. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER TELEPHONE NO. (COLLEGE)

STATE

ZIP CODE

6. STUDENT’S PERMANENT ADDRESS (NUMBER, STREET & APT. NO.)

TELEPHONE NO. (PERMANENT)

7. CITY

ZIP CODE

STATE

8. EMAIL ADDRESS 9. HAVE YOU PREVIOUSLY WORKED WITH DCED AS AN INTERN?

 Yes

 No

EDUCATION/SKILLS

10. CHECK HIGHEST LEVEL COMPLETED AT TIME OF ANTICIPATED EMPLOYMENT

 High School

 1st Year College

 2nd Year

 3rd Year

 4th Year

11. NAME & LOCATION (CITY & ZIP CODE) OF COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OR PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL

Name & Location (City & Zip Code)

Dates Attended

From

To

Did you Graduate?  Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

(Graduate School)

 5th Year

Anticipated Date of Graduation

 6th Year

Type of Degree (B.A. etc.)

Major Course of Study

12. LIST SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: (e.g., CPR, First Aid, Red Cross Lifesaving Certification, GIS experience, operation of computer/lab/office equipment, etc.)

13. TO THE BEST OF YOUR KNOWLEDGE, DO YOU HAVE RELATIVES WORKING IN DCED? If yes, please indicate the name and relationship of the relative.

 Yes

 No

 Yes

 No

14. ARE YOU CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN COLLEGE FULL-TIME? 15. ARE YOU REGISTERED OR DO YOU INTEND TO REGISTER FULL-TIME IN COLLEGE NEXT TERM/SEMESTER?

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DCED-ADMIN-002 (03-14)

APPLICATION FOR THE DCED INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

EMPLOYMENT

16. List your employment record. Start with present employment, including paid employment, internships, volunteer or unpaid work and military service. If your title and duties changed in the course of your work with one employer, describe the changed duties in a new block. Attach additional sheets, if needed. Include your name and social security number and the same information as requested in A through C.

A. NAME AND ADDRESS OF EMPLOYER (INCLUDE ZIP CODE, IF KNOWN)

DATES EMPLOYED (MONTH & YEAR)

From:

To:

EXACT TITLE OF YOUR POSITION

NAME OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

TELEPHONE NO.

NUMBER AND CLASS OR LEVEL OF EMPLOYEES YOU SUPERVISED

B. NAME AND ADDRESS OF EMPLOYER (INCLUDE ZIP CODE, IF KNOWN)

DATES EMPLOYED (MONTH & YEAR)

From:

To:

EXACT TITLE OF YOUR POSITION

NAME OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

TELEPHONE NO.

NUMBER AND CLASS OR LEVEL OF EMPLOYEES YOU SUPERVISED

C. NAME AND ADDRESS OF EMPLOYER (INCLUDE ZIP CODE, IF KNOWN)

DATES EMPLOYED (MONTH & YEAR)

From:

To:

EXACT TITLE OF YOUR POSITION

NAME OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

TELEPHONE NO.

NUMBER AND CLASS OR LEVEL OF EMPLOYEES YOU SUPERVISED

I authorize the Departments of Community & Economic Development and Transportation to obtain information concerning me from former employers and any other persons I have given as references, and I release all concerned from any liability in connection therewith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Yes

17. Were you ever convicted of any criminal offense, which includes felonies, misdemeanors, summary offenses and convictions, resulting from a plea of no contest or have you ever forfeited bond or collateral in connection with a criminal charge? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Yes If yes, give details on a separate sheet of paper. Be sure to include your social security number. Exceptions to the above are: minor traffic violations, offenses committed before your 18th birthday which were adjudicated in juvenile court or under a Youth Offender Law, and any convictions which have been expunged by a court or for which you successfully completed an Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition Program. Note: Conviction of a criminal offense is not a bar to employment in all cases. Each case is considered on its merit.

18. Are there any criminal charges pending against you at this time? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Yes If yes, give details on a separate sheet of paper. Be sure to include your social security number. Note: Pending criminal charges are not a bar to employment in all cases. Each case is considered on its merit.

 No  No

 No

CERTIFICATION

I certify that all of the statements made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I am aware that all statements made by me on this application are subject to investigation including verification of prior employment and education.

SIGNATURE (IN INK) OF APPLICANT)

DATE

NOTE: If applying online, signature will be obtained when appointed.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, DCED will provide reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities. If contacted for interview, please inform them of any necessary accommodations you may need.

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■ CONSERVATION & NATURAL RESOURCES Opportunities: Several internships available; Learning opportunities located throughout the state; job responsibilities directly related to your field of study; experience that can be used upon graduation when seeking full-time employment; and gaining an insight into state government employment. Deadline: ASAP How to Apply: www.dcnr.state.pa.us/humanresources/internapp/index.htm

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■ CORRECTIONS How to Apply: Unpaid student internships for undergraduates are available with the DOC. Each State Correctional Institution (SCI) is responsible for selecting their own student interns. If you are interested in an unpaid student internship with the DOC, please contact the specific SCI at which you would like to perform your internship and call the number listed for that institution and speak directly to the SCI Internship Coordinator. Visit www.cor.pa.gov for additional information on each location. There are also unpaid internship opportunities with the DOC in Central Office in Mechanicsburg, PA, as well as a limited number of paid internship opportunities in Correctional Industries in Camp Hill. How to Apply: For information regarding undergraduate or post-doctoral internships at our SCI, Central Office or Correctional Industries, please call 717-728-5357 or via email at [email protected].

■ EDUCATION Opportunities: Interns for the Department of Education are filled on an as needed basis. If interested contact Diana Hershey at [email protected].

■ EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Opportunities: Please check with PEMA for any internships. A potential intern should contact Heidi Koppenhaver, Office of Human Resources at 717-705-3756.

■ ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Opportunities: DEP typically offers Engineering, Scientific and Technical Internships for students who are currently enrolled full-time in a bachelor's degree or advanced degree program, have completed their freshman year, are in good academic standing, and are Pennsylvania residents or are attending a Pennsylvania college or university. Internships are typically available statewide. Acceptable majors include Agronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Ecology, Engineering (Air, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Mining, Nuclear, Sanitary), Environmental/Natural Science (Environmental Studies, Environmental Resource Management), Geology, Information Technology, Meteorology, Microbiology, Physics, and Soils Science. Other majors will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Typically the major would need to be considered qualifying for our full-time positions in order to be accepted. A combination of 24 credit hours of study in the physical, biological and environmental sciences, regardless of the major, may be qualifying. Students can apply as described for us to determine eligibility.

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Deadline: March 1, 2016 How to Apply: Students need to complete the online application and have their college registrar complete and submit the Academic Verification Statement (AVS). Students applying for a paid internship must also complete and submit the State Work Study Program (SWSP) form. Students applying for an unpaid internship for college credit must submit a letter or memo from their college dean or professor indicating that completing an internship is a requirement of the degree program. Students applying for an unpaid internship without college credit must submit a letter of recommendation from their college dean or professor indicating that the internship will provide a valid supplement or enhancement to the student's studies in their degree program. The AVS form, the SWSP form and the School and Major (Program of Study) codes needed for the SWSP can be found through links on our internship page here: http://www.dep.pa.gov/ About/Employment/Jobs/Pages/Internships.aspx#.VlMj2qMo6Uk Students who meet the eligibility requirements can apply for a paid or unpaid Summer internship by visiting DEP's website at http://www.dep.pa.gov/About/Employment/Jobs/ Pages/Internships.aspx#.VlMj2qMo6Uk Questions regarding DEP internships can be directed to: [email protected]

■ GAME COMMISSION Opportunities: The Game Commission did not have any summer internship programs available at the time of this printing.

■ GENERAL SERVICES Opportunities: The Department of General Services is specifically seeking interns interested in the area of information technology. How to Apply: Go to www.scsc.pa.gov > Job Seekers > Open Test Announcements > Internships and Summer Employment to learn more about the Commonwealth Public Service Internship Program and submit an application under Test Announcement # 2016-032. Contact [email protected] with questions.

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■ HEALTH Opportunities: – To gain an understanding of how the Department of Health interacts with other state agencies and the PA General Assembly in regards to legislation and its impact on public health. – The Office of Legislative Affairs (OLA) serves as liaison between the Department and the General Assembly. The office assists in developing proposed legislation and in promoting health-related initiatives of the administration. Also, it works with members of the legislature, responds to inquiries on behalf of their offices and their constituents, and explains and promotes Department programs and policies. Schedule of Experiences: – Exposure to the operations of State Government by working as a team member in the OLA Specific tasks will include: – Attending legislative hearings – Edit and review Annual Reports for the Department and various Bureaus – Assist in the review and editing of testimony – Reviewing legislation and movement of legislation to committee, floor, etc. – Bill analysis, review and input to the Department’s Policy Office – Answering phone and email inquiries from elected officials and staff members – Assist in the preparation of mailing and outreach efforts – Meet with deputies and directors to learn about the policies and programs at the Department – Participate in meetings at the Department as well as meetings involving the General Assembly – Assist with Vital Records function to include the issuance of birth and death certificates Outcomes will include: – An understanding of the operations of a state agency – An understanding of the operations of the PA General Assembly – Work as a team member in the Office of Legislative Affairs – Learn to prioritize tasks and manage daily work schedule – Ability to research inquiries from legislative offices in a professional manner – Development of work-skills in a professional office environment Supervision and Monitoring: – Participate in daily updates on issues (team meetings) – Weekly planning meeting – Mid-semester evaluation – Final evaluation at the completion of the semester – Work with the supervisor regarding the development of a health-related class project paper Internship is under the guidance and oversight of: – Will Freeman, Legislative Specialist; Neil Malady, Legislative Director

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How to Apply: For more information or to apply, contact: Will Freeman Executive Office, Room 806, Health and Welfare Building 625 Forster Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Monday through Friday 717-783-3985

■ HISTORICAL & MUSEUM COMMISSION Opportunities: The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission is accepting applications from students who are interested in the 2016 Keystone Summer Internship Program. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) offers a variety of internship opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students interested in pursuing a career in public history. PHMC, an agency of state government, is the official history agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Deadline: ASAP How to Apply: To receive the application from the website, please visit www.phmc.pa.gov and follow these steps below: – Click to the top right hand side and click “about” – Scroll down, click on “join” – The middle of the page click on “internships” – Click on “Keystone Summer Internships” – Towards the right you will see a link “Keystone Internship Application” Please fill out the application and other paperwork required. Students can email the application to [email protected] or mail it to: Internship Programs Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission 300 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17120-0024

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■ HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY Opportunities: The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Ageny did not have any summer internship programs available at the time of this printing. Please check www.phfa.org for availability.

■ HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Opportunities: PHRC has interns year-round, most are legal interns. Some are placed through Penn State and Temple's Capitol Semester. Requirements vary according to the position. Legal interns are in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg or Philadelphia. Administrative, educational outreach or communications interns are in Harrisburg only. How to Apply: Those interested should email [email protected] and express their interest. An application will be sent to those interested.

■ HUMAN SERVICES Opportunities: There are numerous opportunities available for current college students to work as a Commonwealth Public Service Intern for DHS. This is a paid ($14.03/hour), six month internship, which provides a flexible pathway for college students to advance from this internship program to Commonwealth employment in a variety of occupations. Following successful completion of this program, students will be promoted to a full-time, permanent position with the Department of Human Services! To qualify, you must be currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student in an accredited college/university in a declared bachelor’s degree program and have successful completion of at least 60 college credits at the time of hire. Full time undergraduate students who have successfully completed at least 30 college credits and anticipate the completion of at least 60 college credits at the time of hire may apply for this program. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Authorization by the college/university for the student to participate in the Commonwealth Public Service Intern Program.

How to Apply: Apply by late January to be considered for internships starting in late spring! Access the test announcement for Commonwealth Public Service Intern for additional information, including a general description of the type of work and how to apply by going to the Civil Service website. www.scsc.pa.gov Students may apply online through the Online Services section of the Civil Service website.

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■ INSPECTOR GENERAL Opportunities: On a continuous basis, the Office of Inspector General looks to recruit qualified college students to serve as Investigative, Information Technology, and Interactive Media Design Interns to assist in meeting the agency's mission as well as to help students gain experience. The internships are unpaid positions and last for the length of the student's semester. Depending upon school requirements and case assignments, interns will usually work between 20 and 40 hours per week. To accommodate students, internships are available during fall, spring, and summer semesters. Deadline: January Start – November 30 Deadline May Start – March 31 Deadline August Start – June 30 Deadline How to Apply: Contact Tiffany R. Welcome at [email protected] or 215-560-1519. To guarantee a prompt start to an internship and to give ample time for interviewing and background checks, it is important for interested students to supply a resume, personal data sheet, and internship application to the Internship Coordinator by the application deadline.

■ LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD Opportunities: Paid internships are offered, but are subject to availability within specific offices and bureaus. All information for LCB internships is listed on the LCB's website: www.lcb.state.pa.us (“About Us – Work With Us - Internships”) If a candidate is interested in being a Government Service Intern (GSI), the appropriate link may be found on the LCB's website. When the PLCB is contacted by one of its bureau directors for candidates to interview, it opens a requisition with the Commonwealth's Bureau of State Employment, which provides a list of applicants to interview based on the GSI applications submitted. Interested candidates can forward resumes directly to the LCB's Bureau of Human Resources for consideration. Deadline: ASAP How to Apply: For information on LCB internships and to learn how to apply, go to www.lcb.state.pa.us (“About Us – Work With Us - Internships”) For GSI internships, go to www.employment.pa.gov and click on "Apply Now".

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■ MILITARY & VETERAN AFFAIRS Opportunities: They offer: – Wildlife Fisheries Biologist Aides – Engineering Scientific & Technical Interns Deadline: ASAP How to Apply: E-mail [email protected] or contact: DMVA HR Service Center at 717861-6993.

■ PENNDOT Opportunities: As in years past, PennDOT will sponsor an extensive Summer Employment Program (SEP) which includes Government Services Interns. The program runs from May through August 2016 to supplement the permanent workforce. The Government Services Interns are utilized primarily for summer maintenance and sign upgrade services, and they perform laboring duties in maintenance organizations as well as worksites along the highway. In order to be eligible for consideration, candidates must be enrolled as a full-time college student for Fall 2016 and have a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License. The hourly rate is $12.43. Please note that some PennDOT County Maintenance Organizations, including Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lycoming, Philadelphia, Pike, Snyder, Sullivan, and Union Counties will not be hiring Government Services Interns in 2016. More information about PennDOT’s Government Services Interns and other internship opportunities can be found at www.penndot.gov/about-us/Pages/Employment.aspx. Deadline: ASAP How to Apply: Interested parties should apply online at www.emplyment.pa.gov under the Student Summer Employment Positions category. The technical support line is 717-787-5703. All candidates, including those previously employed by PennDOT, must complete the online application to be considered for employment.

■ PHEAA Opportunities: Visit pheaa.org/jobs to view a complete list of job announcements, including internship opportunities when available.

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■ PROBATION & PAROLE Opportunities: Must be studying criminal justice, law, or government and completed second year of undergrad or be in law school. Prefer law students for summer. Deadline: April 1, 2016 How to Apply: www.pbpp.pa.gov – Go to the About the Board Section then to Employment and then Contact HR.

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■ PSERS Opportunities: The Commonwealth uses the Government Services Internship (GSI) classification for the summer intern positions. PSERS utilizes the GSI during the entire school year. GSI positions within the Commonwealth are paid positions, including the ones hired at PSERS. The candidate must be a full time college student (carry 12 credits). Depending on the school, there may be a requirement for the total number of hours that must be worked if the internship is being used towards college graduation. Many GSI positions, again, are temporary during the summer and are not counted towards college credit. It is a temporary job during school break. Positions are located in the field offices and in our Harrisburg Central Office (Bureau of Communications and Counseling only). Deadline: Candidates can apply at any time through the Bureau of State Employment's website. However, for summer internships, it is highly recommended that college students apply earlier in the year so that their application is on file when an agency is ready to hire summer help (usually in May). How to Apply: http://employment.pa.gov/portal/server.pt/community/home/4635

■ PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION Opportunities: There are no internships available at this time.

■ REVENUE Opportunities: The Department of Revenue utilizes the Government Services Intern and Clerk 2 job titles for summer employment. Most positions are located in Strawberry Square, Harrisburg. – Government Services Intern (full-time enrollment in a post-secondary education institution for the fall semester. Performs a variety of functions based on bureau assignment). $12.43 per hour. – Clerk 2 Intern (performs customer service functions in our Taxpayer Service and Information Center). $14.23 per hour. How to Apply: Please submit your application on the Bureau of State Employment website to be considered for this great opportunity. 1. Go to www.employment.pa.gov 2. Click on Job Opportunities on the right side of the page. 3. On the second page of positions click on Student Summer Employment Positions or

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on the first page of positions click on Clerical Support positions. 4. Click on Apply and complete the application following the instructions provided. You can apply under both categories to expand your opportunities. The Department of Revenue will request a list of qualified candidates from the Bureau of State Employment, and we will contact you for an interview.

■ SERS Opportunities: Internship opportunities are currently limited to the agency’s paid investment internship program. Availability of internships is dependent on agency needs and budget constraints. The agency does not currently offer summer investment internships. Investment Interns work during an entire fall (August – December) or spring (January – May) college semester. About the work: SERS-Investment Office actively manages a dynamic portfolio in excess of $26 billion. Thus, SERS-Investment Internship program provides students with an opportunity to gain real world investment exposure and experience in a top-ranking pension plan. Key activities include performing investment research, implementing new investment strategies, monitoring investment performance, and ensuring external investment managers adhere to guidelines. Intern assignments may include: – Monitoring cash flow – Preparing cash forecasting reports and liquidity schedules – Maintaining databases – Preparing materials for board meetings – Performing qualitative and quantitative analysis of investment managers’ performance – Monitoring investment managers to ensure compliance – Assisting with analysis of asset class portfolios Investment interns work in SERS’ Harrisburg, Pennsylvania central office. Interns must be available a minimum of 15 hours a week during normal business hours during the fall or spring semester. There is flexibility with the days and times worked but a set schedule must be agreed upon and adhered to for the duration of the internship. Eligibility Requirements (must meet all requirements): – Enrolled at an accredited college or university – Working toward a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, International Business, Investment Management, or related field – Overall GPA of 3.25 or higher – Available to work a minimum of 15 hours a week during the course of a semester – Available to work between the hours of 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM

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Deadline: ASAP How to Apply: Samantha M. Cox, Recruitment and Placement Officer Human Resources Division Phone: 717-237-0395 Email: [email protected] Fax: 717-783-0581

■ STATE, DEPARTMENT OF Opportunities: The DOS does generally have legal interns; however, it is all coordinated through the Office of General Counsel. Aside from unpaid interns, agencies will have the opportunity to sponsor paid Finnegan Interns this year. The link below provides additional information about the program. http://finneganfoundation.org/internship.html Deadline: ASAP

■ STATE POLICE Opportunities: Opportunities for internships with the PSP are very limited. There is one internship available this year through the Laboratory Internship Program. – Scientific Services Division, Harrisburg Regional Laboratory Qualifications – Must be currently enrolled at a college or university in a FEPAC accredited forensic program and have completed their junior year of study. – Must have 12 college credits in chemistry, have maintained a GPA of 3.0 and be in good standing with their academic institution. – Must be available to participate in the 2016 Internship program for approximately 8 weeks throughout the summer. The internship announcement and applications are sent to the Internship Coordinator for the Forensic Program within each FEPAC school. They disseminate the information and "filter" the applications prior to returning them to the PSP. The announcement and application will not be found on a website. Deadline: ASAP How to Apply: For more information, http://www.psp.pa.gov/employment/Pages/InternsAssociates-and-Trainees.aspx#.VNEYl2ko6Uk

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■ TURNPIKE COMMISSION Opportunities: The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is accepting applications for its summer employment program for 2016. The program runs from May 1st through September 30th. There will be positions available in Fare Collection, Maintenance and administrative offices across the Pennsylvania Turnpike. To be eligible for employment, applicants must meet the following criteria: – Be at least eighteen (18) years of age or have completed a secondary education program such as high school or GED prior to their starting date of employment: – Be currently enrolled in, or accepted to, a post-secondary educational program such as a college or trade school for the upcoming summer or fall semester. CEO Intern Fellows Program for Diverse Groups: The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission will also be conducting the 2nd annual Chief Executive Officer's (CEO) Intern Fellows Program for Diverse Groups. This program will place up to 10 individuals in positions at the Commission's Central Administration Building with a particular emphasis on positions within the fields of math & science. Deadline: ASAP How to Apply: Interested individuals should complete a summer employment application online at www.paturnpike.com under "Employment/CEO intern Program".

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